Description
Delectable bacon wrapped chicken delivers a mouthwatering fusion of crispy bacon and juicy chicken breasts. Succulent flavors meld perfectly, creating an irresistible main dish that will satisfy your most intense comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 large chicken thigh fillets (about 5 ounces / 150 grams each), cut in half
- 8 pieces of streaky bacon
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, can substitute with more paprika)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 200°C/390°F and cover a baking tray with parchment paper for optimal cooking surface.
- Craft a robust seasoning blend by combining garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, flour, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Thoroughly coat each chicken fillet with the seasoning mixture, ensuring even coverage and gently tapping off excess powder.
- Carefully wrap each seasoned chicken piece with a bacon strip, positioning the meat at one end and rolling tightly to create a compact bundle.
- Generously sprinkle brown sugar over the bacon-wrapped chicken, massaging the crystals into the surface for caramelization.
- Position the prepared chicken pieces on the lined baking tray, seam side facing down to prevent unraveling during cooking.
- Optional: Lightly drizzle olive oil over the chicken to enhance moisture and promote golden browning.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, monitoring the chicken’s internal temperature and bacon’s crispness.
- For additional golden color, activate the broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove from oven and brush accumulated pan juices over the bacon to create a glossy, succulent exterior.
- Plate the bacon-wrapped chicken atop creamy mashed potatoes and garnish with extra pan drippings for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is at room temperature before seasoning to guarantee even cooking and maximum flavor absorption.
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels before coating to help seasonings stick better and create crispier bacon.
- Use thin bacon slices for more even cooking and crunchier texture, preventing undercooked or fatty sections.
- Swap regular flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or coconut flour for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 371
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 99mg